1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Chrysler Newport. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Newport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2270 mm |
